# Sandslash-Alola - Gen 9 Battle Stadium Singles Regulation Set I Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Sandslash-Alola in Gen 9 Battle Stadium Singles Regulation Set I. Data from Pikalytics.

## Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | Gen 9 Battle Stadium Singles Regulation Set I (`homebss`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | homebss |
| **Data Date** | 2026-04 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/homebss/Sandslash-Alola)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/homebss/Sandslash-Alola
- **Format Overview**: [Gen 9 Battle Stadium Singles Regulation Set I Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/homebss)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/homebss](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/homebss)

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## Common Moves
- **Iron Head**: 96.3%
- **Metal Burst**: 77.8%
- **Ice Shard**: 77.8%
- **Rock Tomb**: 74.1%
- **Icicle Spear**: 22.2%
- **Earthquake**: 22.2%
- **Swords Dance**: 22.2%
- **Counter**: 3.7%
- **Mirror Coat**: 3.7%

## Common Abilities
- **Slush Rush**: 100.0%

## Common Items
- **Focus Sash**: 58.6%
- **Loaded Dice**: 41.4%

## Common Teammates
- **Ninetales-Alola**: undefined%
- **Muk-Alola**: undefined%
- **Calyrex-Ice**: undefined%
- **Mimikyu**: undefined%
- **Koraidon**: undefined%
- **Meowscarada**: undefined%

## FAQ for Sandslash-Alola in homebss-1760

### What are the top moves for Sandslash-Alola?
The most common moves for Sandslash-Alola are Iron Head, Metal Burst, Ice Shard, Rock Tomb. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best teammates for Sandslash-Alola?
Sandslash-Alola is frequently paired with Ninetales-Alola, Muk-Alola, Calyrex-Ice, Mimikyu. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

### Which Tera Types are best for Sandslash-Alola?
Tera Type data is not available or not applicable for this format.

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Sandslash-Alola?
The most common nature for Sandslash-Alola is **Brave**.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Sandslash-Alola?
Sandslash-Alola is most effectively run with the ability **Slush Rush** (100.0%) and the item **Focus Sash** (58.6%).

### What is the most common role for Sandslash-Alola?
Based on common item usage (Focus Sash), Sandslash-Alola often functions as a **lead or glass-cannon** in the homebss-1760 meta.

### What are the base stats for Sandslash-Alola?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 75 |
| Attack | 100 |
| Defense | 120 |
| Sp. Atk | 25 |
| Sp. Def | 65 |
| Speed | 65 |
| **BST** | **450** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Sandslash-Alola on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/homebss/Sandslash-Alola) - Full interactive stats page
- [Gen 9 Battle Stadium Singles Regulation Set I Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/homebss) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/homebss) - Build teams with Sandslash-Alola
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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